Pokemon Charizard Art Box Action Flipz Card Appraisal

Pokemon Charizard Art Box Action Flipz Card

This item is a vintage rectangular trading card from the 'Pokemon Gotta catch 'em all!' series, specifically an 'Action Flipz' or similar lenticular motion card manufactured by Artbox in the late 1990s. The card features a prominent illustration of the Fire-type Pokemon Charizard in a dynamic, fire-breathing pose set against a vibrant orange and red flame background. The card is printed on a thick, multi-layered plastic or cardstock material necessary for the lenticular effect which allows the image to 'flip' or change when tilted. The standard size for these cards is approximately 2 x 2.5 inches. Observing the condition, there is visible whitening and edge wear along the upper left and bottom corners, suggesting significant handling. The surface appears to have some fine scratches consistent with age. This item represents the early merchandising boom of the Pokemon franchise (circa 1999) and is distinct from the standard Wizards of the Coast TCG cards. The back typically contains a pokedex entry or checklist, though not visible here. The craftsmanship is industrial-grade mass production for the youth market of that era.